Lismore City Council’s draft $411.3 million budget prioritises infrastructure, flood recovery and cost-of-living support measures across the region.
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Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Groovin the Moo boosts Lismore’s major events push
More than 8,000 people attended Groovin the Moo, boosting Lismore’s push to become a leading regional events destination.
Posted inLismore, Local festivals and shows
LisAmore Italian Festival returns for 2026
The LisAmore Italian Festival returns to Lismore in 2026, bringing a celebration of Italian culture, food and music that is bigger than ever.
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Council begins early planning for potential Blakebrook landfill site
Lismore City Council has begun investigating Blakebrook Quarry as a potential future landfill site, as it plans for the region’s waste needs beyond the next decade.
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Vandalism forces Lismore to close public toilets
Lismore City Council is closing public toilets and reducing hours across multiple sites as a surge in vandalism and antisocial behaviour drives up costs and safety risks.
Posted inDisability, Grants and funding, Lismore
Lismore’s REDinc opens flood-resilient hub to secure disability services
A Northern Rivers disability service provider has opened a new flood-resilient hub in central Lismore, aimed at safeguarding essential supports against future disasters.
Posted inGrants and funding, Lismore, MidCoast
North Coast, Mid North Coast projects share in $6.4m community grants program
North Coast communities are set to benefit from new funding for disaster readiness, community hubs and sporting facilities under a $6.4 million NSW grants program.
Posted inHousing, Lismore
Young families drive demand at Lismore buyback homes auction
Young families snapped up low-cost homes at Lismore auction, highlighting demand for affordable pathways into home ownership in flood-affected regions.
Posted inLismore, Water
Stormwater upgrades completed across more than 100 rural sites
Stormwater upgrades across more than 100 sites are helping keep Lismore’s rural roads open during heavy rain.
Posted inNimbin, What's on
Nimbin MardiGrass returns with message, music and momentum
The hills around Nimbin will once again come alive from May 1-3 as the annual Nimbin MardiGrass returns, blending protest, community and celebration in one of regional Australia’s most distinctive events.